CSCS Test Practice (CITB HS&E Operatives) 2026

Most CSCS cards need a pass in the CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test within the last two years. The operatives test has 50 questions in 45 minutes, and you need at least 45 correct. This practice covers site law, health and welfare, general safety, high-risk work, the environment and safety signs.

  • Seguridad laboral
  • Reino Unido
  • 120 preguntas
  • Revisado el 10 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

El examen oficial tiene 50 preguntas. Para aprobar: 45 of 50 (90%). Tiempo límite: 45 minutos. Lo organiza: Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). Tasa: £22.50 (test fee listed by CSCS). Practica aquí gratis con 120 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 10 de octubre de 2026.

Lee antes de practicarEmpieza por CSCS Test Study Guide (CITB HS&E): notas en lenguaje sencillo, diagramas y las cifras que hay que recordar.
  1. Pregunta 1 de 25

    What is the main law covering health and safety at work in Great Britain?
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    Respuesta: A. The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

    The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 sets out the general duties of employers, workers and others.

  2. Pregunta 2 de 25

    Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, what is one of your duties as a worker?
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    Respuesta: D. Take reasonable care of yourself and of others affected by what you do

    Section 7 of the Act says employees must take reasonable care of themselves and others, and co-operate with their employer on safety.

  3. Pregunta 3 de 25

    A worker takes away a guard rail to make a job quicker and leaves it off. What does the law say about this?
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    Respuesta: C. No one may intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse safety equipment

    Section 8 of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 bans interfering with or misusing anything provided for health and safety.

  4. Pregunta 4 de 25

    Your employer gives you PPE that the law requires for your job. Can they charge you for it?
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    Respuesta: C. No, they cannot charge for it

    Section 9 of the Act says employers must not charge workers for anything they must provide by law for health and safety.

  5. Pregunta 5 de 25

    An HSE inspector sees an activity with a risk of serious personal injury. Which notice can they serve to stop it?
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    Respuesta: C. A prohibition notice

    A prohibition notice stops an activity that involves a risk of serious personal injury until the problem is put right.

  6. Pregunta 6 de 25

    What is a risk assessment?
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    Respuesta: C. A careful look at what could cause harm and how to prevent it

    A risk assessment identifies hazards, decides who might be harmed and how, and sets out the precautions needed.

  7. Pregunta 7 de 25

    What is a hazard?
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    Respuesta: D. Anything with the potential to cause harm

    A hazard is something that can cause harm, such as a trench, a chemical or working at height.

  8. Pregunta 8 de 25

    What is a method statement?
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    Respuesta: D. A document that explains, step by step, how a task will be done safely

    A method statement sets out the safe system of work for a task, based on the risk assessment. Read it and follow it.

  9. Pregunta 9 de 25

    When should you get a site induction?
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    Respuesta: C. Before you start work on a new site

    Under CDM 2015 the principal contractor must make sure every worker gets a suitable site induction.

  10. Pregunta 10 de 25

    Under CDM 2015, who plans, manages and monitors the construction phase when there is more than one contractor?
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    Respuesta: D. The principal contractor

    The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 give the principal contractor this duty.

  11. Pregunta 11 de 25

    What is a toolbox talk?
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    Respuesta: A. A short safety talk on one topic, usually given on site

    Toolbox talks are short briefings that remind workers about specific hazards and safe ways of working.

  12. Pregunta 12 de 25

    What is a permit to work?
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    Respuesta: A. A formal written system for controlling high-risk work, such as hot work

    Permits to work make sure the right precautions are in place before high-risk work starts, and who is allowed to do it.

  13. Pregunta 13 de 25

    What is a near miss?
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    Respuesta: A. An event that could have caused injury or damage but did not

    Near misses should be reported so the cause can be fixed before someone gets hurt.

  14. Pregunta 14 de 25

    What does RIDDOR require?
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    Respuesta: C. Certain serious injuries, diseases and dangerous occurrences must be reported to HSE

    The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR) set out what must be reported to HSE.

  15. Pregunta 15 de 25

    You cut your hand on site. What should happen after first aid?
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    Respuesta: D. The injury should be recorded in the accident book

    Recording injuries helps your employer find the causes and meet reporting rules, and protects you if problems develop later.

  16. Pregunta 16 de 25

    You are asked to do a task but you are not sure how to do it safely. What should you do?
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    Respuesta: A. Stop and ask your supervisor before you start

    Never start a task you do not understand. Ask for information, instruction or training first.

  17. Pregunta 17 de 25

    In the hierarchy of control, which measure should be used only after other controls have been considered?
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    Respuesta: D. Personal protective equipment (PPE)

    PPE protects only the person wearing it, so it is the last line of defence after elimination, substitution and other controls.

  18. Pregunta 18 de 25

    To apply for most CSCS cards, how recently must you have passed the CITB HS&E test (or an approved alternative)?
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    Respuesta: C. Within the last two years

    CSCS says applicants must pass the appropriate level of the CITB HS&E test within the last two years.

  19. Pregunta 19 de 25

    The CITB HS&E test for operatives has 50 questions. How many must you answer correctly to pass?
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    Respuesta: C. 45

    The pass mark is 90%, which is at least 45 out of 50.

  20. Pregunta 20 de 25

    How long do you have to complete the CITB HS&E test for operatives?
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    Respuesta: B. 45 minutes

    The operatives test has 50 questions in 45 minutes.

  21. Pregunta 21 de 25

    Will the questions in the real HS&E test use exactly the same words as the CITB revision materials?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. No, they are worded differently but test the same knowledge

    CITB says questions in the test are worded differently from the revision materials, but the meaning stays the same.

  22. Pregunta 22 de 25

    You think a workmate is under the influence of alcohol on site. What should you do?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Tell your supervisor so they can deal with it

    Someone under the influence can put themselves and others in danger. Report it so it can be dealt with.

  23. Pregunta 23 de 25

    Which welfare facilities should a construction site provide?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Toilets, washing facilities, drinking water and a place to rest and eat

    Construction sites need toilets, washing facilities, drinking water, an area to eat and drink, and somewhere to store and dry clothing.

  24. Pregunta 24 de 25

    What should be next to the toilets on a construction site?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Wash basins with hot and cold (or warm) running water, soap and a way to dry hands

    HSE says wash basins should be next to the toilets, with hot and cold or warm running water, soap and a way to dry hands.

  25. Pregunta 25 de 25

    When are portable chemical toilets acceptable on a construction site?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. As a last resort, when better types of toilet are not possible

    HSE prefers flushing toilets connected to mains drainage. Portable chemical toilets are a last resort.

Qué debes saber antes del examen

  • The operatives test has 50 questions and lasts 45 minutes. You must answer at least 45 correctly (90%).
  • You can book online through Pearson VUE, by phone, or through an Internet Test Centre.
  • For most CSCS cards you must have passed the right level of the HS&E test, or an approved alternative, within the last two years.
  • The HS&E test is owned and managed by CITB, not CSCS. There are three versions: Operatives, Specialists, and Managers and Professionals.
  • The questions in the real test are worded differently from the CITB revision materials, but they test the same knowledge.
  • When you apply for your card you need the CITB test ID number from your pass certificate. The CSCS application fee is £36.
  • Reasonable adjustments are available at Pearson Professional Centres for candidates who need them.

Preguntas frecuentes

Is the CSCS test the same as the CITB HS&E test?

Yes. People often call it the CSCS test, but it is the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test. CITB owns and runs it, and most CSCS cards need a pass.

How many questions are on the CSCS test for operatives?

There are 50 questions and you have 45 minutes. You need at least 45 correct answers (90%) to pass.

How long is an HS&E test pass valid for a CSCS card?

For most CSCS cards you must have passed the test within the last two years when you apply.

How much does the test cost?

CSCS lists the test fee as £22.50. The CSCS card application fee is £36. Fees can change, so check when you book.

Which version of the HS&E test do I need?

The operatives test is for site workers. Some roles need the Specialists test, and managers and professionals take the MAP test. Use the CSCS card finder to check.

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